FAQ

What are Future of Media events?
Future of Media events are panel discussions on the future of news, social media and the Web. A panel of several speakers made up of executives from various industries are invited to discuss, debate and determine what the future of media looks like.They analyze trends and hot topics affecting media consumers across the world.

The panel discussion lasts about 1.5 hours and the event features an interactive Q&A with people on Facebook, Twitter and the live audience.

At the end of the night, guests get the chance to win high-tech prizes from iPads to smartphones to laptops and more! The evening ends with a networking session so guests can mingle and network with other attendees.

Who attends Future of Media events?
We see a wide range of people at Future of Media events ranging from media executives, to advertising professionals and public relations, to entrepreneurs and tech-savvy Web leaders.

Furthermore, while the event takes place in Toronto, guests come from across North America take part in the discussion.

When?
We typically host events once or twice per year, usually in the fall and in the spring. When dates are determined, we will notify our followers on Twitter, our Facebook Page and website.

Why?
Future of Media events aim to bring together a wide and diverse group of experts to discuss media’s evolution. It’s one of the few events where you will see executives from competing organizations admit to mistakes, and talk openly about collaboration and the need for innovation. Tech people talk with advertising people, who argue with journalists and mobile app creators. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don’t. Debate is encouraged and speakers are known to speak off-the-cuff and get right to the point. The evening’s variety of perspectives make Future of Media events different than any other conference or event on new media.